Dundee, Dundee and Angus
Two-storey rear extension in Dundee
A larger kitchen downstairs and an extra bedroom or bathroom upstairs, under one roof. We design, get the approvals for and build two-storey rear extensions in Dundee and the surrounding area, with one contract from the first survey to building control sign-off.
Dundee sits in Dundee and Angus, with postcode districts including DD1, DD2, DD3 and DD4. Two-storey rear extensions suit semi-detached houses in Dundee best, where the extra bedroom matters as much as the bigger kitchen.
Book a free site visit
Tell us about the house and we'll call to arrange a free, no-obligation visit.
How much does a two-storey rear extension cost in Dundee?
For Dundee we work from the Scotland rate: £1,710–£2,560 per square metre of new floor, including VAT, standard specification. Prices in Scotland sit a little below our West Midlands baseline; building warrant fees and drawings are budgeted separately.
| Size | Guide price inc VAT |
|---|---|
| 3 m × 5 m footprint, two floors (30 m²) | £51,500–£77,000 |
| 4 m × 6 m footprint, two floors (48 m²) | £82,000–£123,000 |
We put a fixed price in writing once the design is agreed, and explain any provisional sums such as foundations.
Do you need planning permission for a two-storey rear extension in Dundee?
The planning route for a two-storey rear extension in Dundee is set by Scotland's householder rules and your council.
In Scotland an extension of more than one storey is only permitted development (Class 1B) if no part is within 10 metres of any boundary and it is no higher than the existing house, so almost every two-storey rear extension needs planning permission and a building warrant.
Classes 1A and 1B do not apply in conservation areas, and listed buildings need listed building consent. We check your house's planning history and any conservation area before drawing, so the route is clear before you spend on plans.
What are homes in Dundee like to extend?
Dundee has sandstone tenements, terraced houses and villas closer in, with post-war semis and newer estates further out. Tenement and other flats need planning permission for an extension, and every project needs a building warrant before work starts.
How a two-storey rear extension in Dundee comes together
Free site visit
We measure the house and garden, look at the back wall, drainage and boundaries, and talk through what you want from the space.
Design and guide price
Two or three layout options with a guide price for each, so you choose the design knowing what it costs.
Approvals
Permitted development check or planning application, then building warrant drawings and structural calculations, plus a written agreement with neighbours for any shared-wall work.
Build and sign-off
We build to the approved drawings with regular updates, then hand over the accepted completion certificate and any guarantees from suppliers.
Two-storey rear extensions near Dundee
Neighbouring places we cover include Carnoustie (10.5 miles) and St Andrews (11.2 miles).
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FAQ
Two-storey rear extension questions in Dundee
What postcode areas do you cover around Dundee?
Including DD1, DD2, DD3, DD4 and DD5, and the surrounding Dundee and Angus area.
Can I live at home while the extension is built?
Usually yes. Most of the work is outside until the back wall is opened near the end, and that stage is screened off.
Will we need to move out?
Rarely. The first-floor opening is made late in the job and sealed with temporary screens.
How long does a rear extension take to build in Dundee?
Most single-storey rear extensions take 10 to 16 weeks on site and two-storey extensions 16 to 26 weeks, after design and approvals.
Do I need planning permission for a rear extension in Dundee?
Many single-storey rear extensions are permitted development under Class 1A, but not in conservation areas; you always need a building warrant before work starts.
How much does a two-storey rear extension cost in Dundee?
As a guide, £1,710–£2,560 per square metre including VAT for a standard specification. For example, 3 m × 5 m footprint, two floors (30 m²): about £51,500–£77,000 at that rate. Your written price follows the survey.